In 2006, I decided to try out for Ambassador at LSU. On the day of tryouts Roshdieh and I ended up being in a group and we had no idea what was going on. Within a month or so I believe we were in the LSU union around same time grabbing lunch. We ran into each other and ever since than we became friends. The rest is being written in history books.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

On LSU game days we use to walk a few miles to the football stadium. While we were walking we would make up crazy accents from different cultures which made the conversations hilarious.

If you were with Roshdieh at the moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Eating some kind of chicken

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Have lots and lots of babies!

Kathryn Green - Maid of Honor

Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas

Occupation: Content Specialist

Current City of Residence: Dallas, Texas

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

Roshdieh and I met through a mutual, middle school friend in Natchitoches, LA.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

It’s hard to choose! We’ve traveled to Austin and spent many times just talking about life over a delicious meal. One of my fondest memories of the bride was completing a 10k together. That’s 6.2 miles of walking and some running. It was both our first 10k ever! I’ll admit, we hadn’t really trained for it, but we still made it through together! To make the situation a little tougher, it was cold, rainy, and foggy throughout the entire race. Even though we didn’t place, we completed it together and motivated each other throughout the entire process.

If you were with Roshdieh at this moment, most likely, what would guys be doing?

If I were with the bride, we’d be singing Ed Sheeran’s “Barcelona” at the top of our lungs while we eat some type of delicious Asian food, or ideally, we’d be traveling overseas somewhere.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Throughout your marriage, always continue dating each other. Take time out of the week just to remind each other how special you feel about one another. Small things like flowers say so much! Most importantly, always communicate about anything and everything no matter how small.

Sabrina Zenad - Bridesmaid

Hometown: San Jose, CA

Occupation: Manufacturing and Process Engineer

Current City of Residence: San Jose, CA

Share a Brief Story of how you met Roshdieh:

I met Roshdieh while working for the same company in midland, Texas. We shared company housing. After 3 days of knowing Roshdieh we took a road trip to Dallas, Texas to meet her best friends Kathryn and Rhesa. In those 5 hours of driving, we meshed so well. Our friendship has only grown since. I am so glad I met Roshdieh, because she is such a genuine and caring person.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

All of them! I love to call Roshdieh for advice. She is always there for me.

But honestly my favorite is that road trip to Dallas. It felt like I met my female soulmate.

If you were with Roshdieh at this moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

If I was with the bride or groom right now, we would most likely be eating somewhere. Hahaah.... Roshdieh and I are such foodies.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

I would say “don’t take life too seriously. Enjoy both of your lives and have fun with each other. Kids will come soon enough, so you should travel and enjoy each other’s company while you are both young.”

Namra Tanveer - Bridesmaid

Hometown: Sacramento & Shreveport

Occupation: Optometry Student!

Current city of residence: Shreveport, LA

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

Roshdieh was the first friend I made when I moved to Louisiana. We had met many years ago, but were reintroduced at the Mosque in Ramadan. We bonded at the community iftars and became fast friends. It was a special Ramadan for both of us!

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

Too many! I love seeing her every Eid, and I will definitely miss that tradition when she moves. I think the best memory we have together is when we had a mini staycation at my home in Shreveport!

If you were with Roshdieh at this moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

We would probably be having a philosophical conversation. Or we would be trying something new and making memories!

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

I am so excited and happy for you guys to start your lives together! Always treat your spouse with respect, kindness, and patience. May Allah (SWT) bless you both with health, happiness and success together!

Stefanie Castracane - Bridesmaid

Hometown: Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Occupation: Environmental Engineer

Current city of residence: Baton Rouge

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

We randomly sat next to each other in a summer BE elective class at LSU, started talking, and never stopped!

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

Spending a spring break week in Panama City during a cold front but still being determined to go to the beach and freezing while we did it

If you were with Roshdieh at this moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Eating and catching up

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Don't take life too seriously; have fun with it and enjoy the small moments (that sounds so cheesy, but it's true)

Tanna Tan - Bridesmaid

Hometown: Lafayette, Louisiana

Occupation: Anthropology Instructor

Current City of Residence: Houston, TX

Share a brief story of you when and how you met Roshdieh:

We met while taking undergraduate classes at LSU. It was a huge world geography class, and I felt very overwhelmed by the amount of people. Roshdieh sat next to me, and I just remember thinking how stylish and cool she looked. The professor asked us to get into groups and we started talking, and the rest is history!

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

At LSU, I remember one night we had an impromptu pizza party where we tried making our own pizzas in the middle of studying for tests and exams for the week. I couldn't cook to save my life at the time, so I relied on her so much to help me with such a seemingly simple dish. I just remember we laughed so much that night because we were both able to be silly and be ourselves.

If you were with Roshdieh at the moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Eating awesome food! Seriously, you know all of the best places in town, Roshdieh!

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Finding happiness within oneself is a step to sharing that radiating happiness with your spouse. :)

Jordan Harrell - Bridesmaid

Hometown: Houston

Occupation: Professional Nitpicker AKA Quality Analyst

Current city of Residence: Houston

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

Bio-Engineering sophomore year

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with the bride:

That time Roshdieh tried to cook Indian cuisine in the apartment

If you were with the Roshdieh at this moment, most likey, what would you guys be doing?

Eating delicious food at the fanciest restaurants or hot spots because Roshdieh knows them all.

Do you have any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

"We don't make mistakes just happy accidents"~Bob Ross

Farrah Khan - Bridesmaid

Hometown: Houston, Texas

Occupation: Consultant

Current City of Residence: Houston, Texas

Share a brief story of how and when you met Roshdieh:

I met Roshdieh two Ramadan's ago at the mosque during Tareweh(special Ramadan) prayer. We hit it off right away, chatted a while, and exchanged numbers. From then on we both get together whenever we are both in town.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

The first time we met. She always would tell me that I was her first new friend in Houston when she moved here. That is very special to know. :)

If you are with Roshdieh now, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Probably enjoying a delicious meal my mom cooked, binging on a Netflix show, or meeting up in at a new hot spot in Houston.

Do you have any advice for Abir and Roshdieh?

Don't be afraid to express what you fee. Try to nip any situation in the bud so it doesn't blow out of proportion into a big one. I wish you both a long and joyous journey through the rest of your lives together.

Taznama Islam - Ring Bearer

Hometown: Natchitoches, Louisiana and Calgary, AB, Canada

Occupation: Engineering Student

Current City of Residence: Ruston, Louisiana

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

The details are a little blurry but all I remember was waking up in a hospital to a strange little girl smiling at me.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

Too many to choose from. She's my big sister and she's done a lot for me. I'll always be thankful for her.

If you were with Roshdieh at the moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

We would probably either go out to eat or just hang out and talk

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

You guys seem to a be a good match. Just keep doing what you are doing and live life. Don't forget to have fun from time to time but also be serious when its time to be serious.

Mariyam Tanveer - Flower Girl

Hometown: Shreveport, Louisiana/ Sacramento, California

Occupation: Elementary Student Age: 9

Current city of residence: Shreveport

Share a brief story of when and how you met Roshdieh:

One time my sister said that someone was coming to our house and it was Roshdieh Appi.

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with the Roshdieh:

One time, Roshdieh Appi came to my house and gave me a light up box that had Jasmine and Aladdin sitting on a flying carpet flying through a forest. This is special because it belonged to Roshdieh Appi when she was a little girl.

If you were with the Roshdieh at this moment what is the most likely thing you guys would be doing?

I would probably be talking to Roshdieh Appi right now.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Don’t get into any fights. Ha Ha Ha!

Fatima - Junior Bridesmaid

Hometown: El Paso, Texas

Age: 13

Occupation: Student

Current City of Residence: El Paso, Texas

Share a brief story of how and when you met Roshdieh:

When I was about one her family came to Cleveland, and we’re cousins.

Share your fondest memory with Roshdieh:

Having Thanksgiving at her house and cooking.

If you were with Roshdieh at this moment; most likely, what would be happening?

We would probably be shopping or playing board games.

Any advice for Roshdieh and Abir regarding the future?

Be happy.

Rohan Lathia - Groomsman

Hometown: Westford, MA

Occupation: Management Consultant at Bain & Company

Current city of residence: Boston, MA

Share a brief story of when and how you met Abir:

We were at CWRU orientation and Abir commented that my laptop was nice. This quickly turned into a discussion about the pros and cons of the various processor, RAM and hard drive configurations available at the time. We still have these conversations today!

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with Abir:

Abir got me into the musical group Above and Beyond - a couple of us met up for a show at Roseland Ballroom in New York City in 2013. Work was extremely busy at that time, and it was a perfect weekend to de-stress. It was also one of my first EDM shows - I had a blast and got to observe Abir in his element.

If you were with the Abir at this moment, most likely, what would guys would be doing?

Exploring a new city together.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Get Abir a Garbage Plate and he will be a happy man.

Joshua Locke - Groomsman

Hometown: Brockport, NY

Occupation: Microelectronics Engineer

Current City of Residence: Portland, ME

Share a brief story of when and how you met Abir:

Abir and I met in Middle School and became close in High School during our engineering classes where we were group partners. We were the only ones to finish projects and design things that worked.

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with Abir:

One of my fondest memories of Abir is him being in my wedding party. It was a ton of fun having him in our wedding and he was a huge help throughout the whole day. Abir is always good for a laugh.

If you were with the Abir at this moment , most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Most likely playing Overwatch but if I were physically with Abir, we would most likely be checking out some great food spots in a new city

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?"It's important to reflect" -Abir Hasnat

Carter Somerville - Groomsman

Hometown: Long Island, NY

Occupation: Graduate student

Current residence: Queens (we'll go with that, even though it's a lie)

Share a brief story of how and when you met Abir:

I met Abir during freshman year at Case. We were on the same floor in our dorm building. He was fun. One word to describe how we met would be "Staley." Because that was the building we lived in. It was called Staley.

Share your fondest memory with Abir:

I've been to a lot of places with Abir, had a lot of delicious food, and listened to a lot of music. But my favorite memories are from the little moments between the big planned-out marquee events. Like the times eating Halal Guys in Manhattan at 4 AM, or when we tried on cowboy boots in Nashville, or just this year when we were talking to strangers in the vestibule outside a Pho restaurant in Boston. I love killing time with Abir because he always makes things fun.

If you were with Abir at this moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

If Abir and I were together right now, we'd probably be in an Airbnb in a city both of us are visiting for the first time, playing video games while we wait to call an Uber to bring us to a restaurant that's really highly rated on Yelp, where we'll have dinner before we go out to some sort of fun nightlife event like a comedy show or a concert. Or maybe we'd just be napping.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Don't stop dating your spouse. Communicate. Spread joy. Vote. Wear your seat belt. Take a vacation at least once a year. Read more. Be honest and straightforward. Don't litter. Choose to be happy. Compliment each other. Keep the faith. Know where the nearest exits are. Ask your boss for a raise. See both sides of every issue. Don't try to be different people, but be willing to change. Donate to charity. Use the five love languages. Take criticism and praise with grace. Swim. Do new things. Never be embarrassed for liking something. Practice good dental hygiene. Reload. Did I mention communicate? Don't stop learning. Go to a Lightning game. Give people the benefit of the doubt. Take care of your bodies. Don't believe the hype. Let someone else win. Bring lunch from home. Check the batteries on your smoke detector. Don't play as Genji. Ask for help. Communicate.

Jonathan Sanford - Groomsman

Hometown: Rochester, NY

Occupation: NGS Production Scientist at New England Biolabs

Current city of residence: North of Boston, MA

Share a brief story of when and how you met Abir:

I first met Abir in 4th grade band. He played Saxophone and I played Trombone. We would eventually be in the same classes together, but we continued to play in band and jazz bands together all through high school.

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with Abir:

When I was in graduate school in Columbus, OH, Abir was coming up to the city from WV for a show. He let me know and we met up and had pizza and great conversation with my then girlfriend Stephanie. It was an awesome time. Abir has always prioritized his relationships and this was a great example of that.

If you were with the Abir at this moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Either trying out a new restaurant with good reviews online... or playing some games.

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Marriage is a two-way street, and as such most think it is an even 50-50 split. But life, work and family will come in a complicate things! To best deal with this it is best to go above that split and both give 60%. Know that life isn't even, and when you or your partner fail to reach that 60% you will still have each others back. You will already be giving that little bit extra that makes the hard times easier, and the good times great. Remember you are a team, and I think this plays into that.

Kushol Hasnat - Ring Bearer

Hometown: Brockport, NY

Occupation: Pharmacist

Current City of Residence: Buffalo, NY

Share a brief story of when and how you met Abir:

Once upon a time, in Kentucky back in 1990.....

Share your fondest memory with Abir:

All our travels together, with Baba and Ma during our childhood followed by sibling-only trips once we got older!

If you were with Abir at the moment, most likely, what would you guys be doing?

Laughing so hard our stomachs hurt and we have tears in our eyes (for me, at least). Or Bhaiya would be asking me to bake him brownies

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

Compromise is the key to any relationship. Your marriage will have highs and lows, but always remember you two are partners and can accomplish/overcome anything together! Be honest with each other and always keep each other laughing :)

Heather Cramer - Groomswoman

Hometown: Mesquite, TX

Occupation: first grade teacher

Current city of residence: McKinney, TX

Share a brief story of when and how you met Abir:

Abir and I met online playing a geopolitical simulator. We were on the same team. I laughed at his jokes, and we became friends. We shared music and pictures of alpacas.

Share a brief story of your fondest memory with Abir:

Whitewater rafting! It was so much fun!

If you were with the Abir, at this moment, most likely what would you guys be doing?

Searching for great food

Any advice for Abir and Roshdieh regarding the future?

No matter what challenges you face or what disagreement you have, you're always on the same team.

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